Get informed about school board issues

School board member Chuck Bolder listens to one of the speakers, Thursday, January 5, 2012, in Merrill. Dan Young/Wausau Daily Herald

EDITOR: I would like to take a minute and thank all stakeholders in the Merrill Area Public School District for the support given me during the past six years. I want to encourage each and every one of you to make it a goal to attend and observe what goes on at a school board meeting from time to time. It is particularily important when big issues are on the agenda.

In my experience for six years on the board, few if any folks attend meetings just to watch and listen. Only when a really big issue pops up does the meeting room get filled up.

If you feel strongly about an issue, ask people in the know, rather than someone at the barbershop, cafe or bar having a beer. People with agendas cause more anguish and discontent than necessary. Usually they only speak with partial knowledge of the real issue.

In my six years on the school board, there were many decisions made. It became apparent to me that at times black is black and white is white - but it also can be gray! I can say without reservation that I would not today change a single vote I made on any issue.

It has been my honor to serve the district for the last six years. Thanks to all who supported me over that time. I am confident that those were elected last week will do a great job. Let's support them and help them accomplish what is needed for the district to succeed!

Chuck Bolder,

Merrill

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Letter: Get informed about school board issues

EDITOR: I would like to take a minute and thank all stakeholders in the Merrill Area Public School District for the support given me during the past six years.

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